Dear brothers and sisters:

On this Fifth Sunday of Easter, the Word of God invites us to renew our trust in the Risen Christ. In the Gospel, Jesus tells us: “Do not let your hearts be troubled… I am the way, the truth, and the life.” These words are both comfort and guidance for our Christian life.

Amid the worries, uncertainties, and challenges of each day, the Lord reminds us that we do not walk alone. He is the way that leads us to the Father, the truth that enlightens our decisions, and the life that fills our hearts with hope.

The first reading also shows us how the Christian community, guided by the Spirit, organizes its ministries in order to serve better. This reminds us that all of us in the Church are called to collaborate, to serve, and to build community with our gifts.

As living stones—as the second reading tells us— we are part of a spiritual building whose foundation is Christ. Our Easter faith is not only about celebrating that Jesus has risen, but about living as disciples who reflect His love, serve others, and proclaim hope.

May we renew our trust in the Lord this Easter and respond to His call with generous faith: to walk with Christ, to live in the truth, and to bear witness to the new life that He offers us.

Many blessings to all.

Rev. Julio Fernandez